School Description
Provided by Boulder College of Massage TherapyThe Boulder College of Massage Therapy offers comprehensive, experiential education in the art and science of integrative health, seeking to balance professional expertise and support personal growth in an environment that celebrates diversity.
As the profession of massage therapy continues to grow, there are hundreds of massage schools that you can choose from. Unfortunately, many of these massage schools are becoming corporate ventures more interested in turning a profit than upholding the highest educational standards. To the contrary, the Boulder College of Massage Therapy (BCMT) has been an independent, non-for-profit massage school since its inception in 1975. The focus of our nationally acclaimed faculty and comprehensive curriculum has always been - and will always be - to provide a superior education for our students that opens the door for them to practice anywhere in the world.
Our massage school students get the hands-on experience they need by providing over 8,000 massages and bodywork sessions to community members every year. When you graduate, you will have more than 75 hours of clinical experience in a professional and supervised setting.
Our massage school faculty is truly dedicated to your educational needs. We have credentialed faculty members who possess extensive experience as skilled instructors, and several have been honored with the American Massage Therapy Association's Teacher of the Year award.
Our supervised internship and outreach programs let you explore various specializations while contributing to the community. Opportunities include internships with Boulder Community Hospital, CU's Dal Ward Athletic Center, Rose Medical Center, Mapleton Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hospice of Boulder County, the Colorado Rapids and Colorado Crush sports teams, chiropractic clinics, sporting events like the Bolder Boulder 10k Race and several non-profits.
Our 31,000 sq. ft. facility was specifically designed for comprehensive training in massage therapy. It includes a professional 12-room clinic, fully equipped spa training classroom, computer lab, reference library, student lounge and patio area, wellness bookstore, large group lecture rooms, and training classrooms with tables and futons.
Boulder, Colorado has been ranked as one of the best cities to live in the US by national publications such as Fortune, Outside, Men's Journal, Runner's World and the New York Times. Situated at the base of the Flatirons at an altitude of 5,563 feet, Boulder is just 30 minutes from Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park . Area residents enjoy hiking, rock climbing, cycling, area skiing, snowshoeing, and a wide variety of cultural events. Boulder is also home to the University of Colorado , which exerts a major influence on the city's industry, economics, demographics and diversity.
Quick Facts
- Location:
- Rockies
- Setting:
- Large Town Setting
- Type:
- Private
- Size:
- Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Students & Campus Life
- Full Time Students:
- 100%
- Athletic Programs:
- Unavailable
Expenses
- Average Tuition:
- $ 14,505
- Students Receiving Aid:
- 61%
Degree Programs at Boulder College of Massage Therapy
Associate's Level Programs
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Health & Medical Services
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Healing Arts
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Healing Arts
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Alternative Medicine
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Aromatherapy
Students of Aromatherapy learn to provide therapeutic care through the preparation and application of extracted essential oils. Programs include instruction in aromatherapy history and theory, basic physiology of absorption, aromachemistry, organic chemistry, botanical taxonomy, carrier oils, essential oils, extraction methods, blending techniques, application methods, safety, client consultation and treatment planning, business management, professional standards and ethics, and applicable regulations.See more schools with programs in Aromatherapy
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Massage Therapy
A program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in Western (Swedish) massage; sports massage; myotherapy/trigger point massage; myofascial release; deep tissue massage; cranio-sacral therapy; reflexology; massage safety and emergency management; client counseling; practice management; applicable regulations; and professional standards and ethics.See more schools with programs in Massage Therapy
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Reflexology
Reflexology, or zone therapy, is the practice of massaging, squeezing, or pushing on parts of the feet, or sometimes the hands and ears, with the goal of encouraging a beneficial effect on other parts of the body, or to improve general health.See more schools with programs in Reflexology
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Spa Therapy
Spa therapy is a specific combination of hydro-massage techniques, baths with healing water and varieties of manual massage procedures performed by spa therapists. Spa procedures help human skin become soft and resilient, and full of living energy. A talented spa therapist must be able to relax a patient, provide him/her with qualified advice concerning the procedures available, and explain the healing effects of spa treatments. Additionally, the spa therapist must have the ability to maintain a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for the patient.See more schools with programs in Spa Therapy
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Alternative Medicine
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Rehabilitation & Therapy
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Rehabilitation & Therapy
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Physical Therapy/Therapist
A program that prepares individuals to alleviate physical and functional impairments and limitations caused by injury or disease through the design and implementation of therapeutic interventions to promote fitness and health. Includes instruction in functional anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, pathological physiology, analysis of dysfunction, movement dynamics, physical growth process, management of musculoskeletal disorders, clinical evaluation and measurement, client assessment and supervision, care plan development and documentation, physical therapy modalities, rehabilitation psychology, physical therapy administration, and professional standards and ethics.See more schools with programs in Physical Therapy/Therapist
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Physical Therapy
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Physical Therapy
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Physical Therapy/Therapist
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Healing Arts
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Healing Arts
Certificate Programs at Boulder College of Massage Therapy
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Health & Medical Services
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Healing Arts
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Healing Arts
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Alternative Medicine
This major includes a variety of alternative medicine programs and healing arts.See more schools with programs in Alternative Medicine
-
Aromatherapy
Students of Aromatherapy learn to provide therapeutic care through the preparation and application of extracted essential oils. Programs include instruction in aromatherapy history and theory, basic physiology of absorption, aromachemistry, organic chemistry, botanical taxonomy, carrier oils, essential oils, extraction methods, blending techniques, application methods, safety, client consultation and treatment planning, business management, professional standards and ethics, and applicable regulations.See more schools with programs in Aromatherapy
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Massage Therapy
A program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in Western (Swedish) massage; sports massage; myotherapy/trigger point massage; myofascial release; deep tissue massage; cranio-sacral therapy; reflexology; massage safety and emergency management; client counseling; practice management; applicable regulations; and professional standards and ethics.See more schools with programs in Massage Therapy
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Reflexology
Reflexology, or zone therapy, is the practice of massaging, squeezing, or pushing on parts of the feet, or sometimes the hands and ears, with the goal of encouraging a beneficial effect on other parts of the body, or to improve general health.See more schools with programs in Reflexology
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Spa Therapy
Spa therapy is a specific combination of hydro-massage techniques, baths with healing water and varieties of manual massage procedures performed by spa therapists. Spa procedures help human skin become soft and resilient, and full of living energy. A talented spa therapist must be able to relax a patient, provide him/her with qualified advice concerning the procedures available, and explain the healing effects of spa treatments. Additionally, the spa therapist must have the ability to maintain a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for the patient.See more schools with programs in Spa Therapy
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Alternative Medicine
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Healing Arts
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Healing Arts
Students
General
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Full-Time vs. Part-Time
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| Percent of Students International: | 0% |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 14,505 | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 13,160 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,345 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 680 | 7% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 1,730 | 61% | |
Any Aid: |
61% |
College Advice
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Question: How good of a school is the Boulder College of Massage Therapy?I will be studying massage therapy soon and I'm seriously looking at Boulder College of Massage. Does anyone have any advice/opinions about the school? How is it rated compared to other massage schools? How is Boulder, CO compared to the east (I would be coming from Nashville, TN)? Thanks : )16 months ago
Best AnswerThere are no ratings for massage schools. You get what you put into it really. CO an TN are as different as night and day. I recommend that you visit the schools that you are thinking about going to so that you can see them and talk to the teachers, students and even the graduates esp those who are working in the field. Each massage school is different and it depends on what your needs are. |
